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Quick Start
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Table of Contents
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1 General Information
1.1 Description
1.2 Safety
1.3 Specifications
1.4 Laser Overview
1.5. Keypad Overview
2. How to Use the RL510 Laser
2.1 Setup
2.2. Automatic/Manual Modes
2.3. Tilt (H.I. Alert)
2.4. Remote Control
2.5. Rotation
2.6. Using the Laser Chalk Line
2.7. Scanning
2.8. Motorized Mount
2.8.1. Motorized Mount Overview
2.8.2. Using the Laser Wall Mount on a Ceiling Grid
2.8.3. Using the Motorized Mount and Laser on the Floor
2.9. Squaring
2.10 Manual Slope
2.10.1 Manual Mode
2.10.2 Semi-Automatic Mode
2.10.3 Incline Plane
3. Power
3.1 Installing Alkaline Batteries
3.2 Using Rechargeable Batteries
3.3 Later Recharging
4. Checking And Calibrating Your RL510
4.1 Calibration Overview
4.2 Checking X Axis
4.3 Calibrating X Axis
4.4 Checking Y Axis
4.5 Calibrating Y Axis
4.6 Final X to Y Check
4.7 Checking Z Axis
4.8 Calibrating Z Axis
4.9 Cone Error Checking
5. Care and Handling
6. Warranty
7. Accessories
7.1 Laser Detector
7.1.1 Using the Detector
7.1.2 Specifications
7.2 Tripods
7.3 Other Accessories
7.4 Replacement Accessories

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CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
WAVE LENGTH 630-680 nM
MAX. OUTPUT POWER 5mW
LASER LIGHT: AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.
CONFORMS TO IEC 60825-1:2001
COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR 1040.10 AND 1040.11
EXCEPT FOR DEVIATIONS PURSUANT TO
LASER NOTICE No. 50 DATED JULY 26, 2001
Ramset, 700 High Grove Boulevard
Glendale Heights, IL 60139 USA
ODA
Although the RL510 is very simple to use, we recommend that you read
this manual before operating the laser.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Description
The RL510 is an automatic visible laser that can be used for leveling,
vertical alignment, plumbing and squaring. Applications include
installing suspended ceilings, technical floorings, partitions, and a
variety of outdoor alignment tasks.
The RL510 laser has these advanced features:
• Automatic self-leveling in both horizontal and vertical modes
• Motorized mount speeds setup for ceilings and partitions
• Manual leveling in X and Y axes for dual slope setting (± 10%)
• Semi-automatic single axis slope setting (automatic leveling in
X and manual leveling in Y)
• Ability to match slope for inclined planes greater than 10%
• Choice of beams, including scanning and chalk line
• Square shot that’s left and right adjustable
• Easy electronic calibration
1.2 Safety
The RL510 is a Class 3R laser, manufactured to comply with the
international rules of safety IEC 60825-1, 2001. Although the power of
the emission of the beam is less than 5mW in Class 3R, the following
cautions are recommended:
• Do not stare directly at the beam
• Do not set up the laser at eye level
A. CDRH warning label for USA

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1.3 Specifications
Recommended Use: 1,000 ft. (300 m) diameter
Leveling Accuracy: ± 1/8” at 100 ft. (± 0.010%; ± 10 mm at 100 m)
Self-leveling: Horizontal and Vertical
Leveling Range: ± 10%
Rotation Speed: 0, 90, 150, 300, 450, 600 rpm
Scanning Angle: Variable, from 2 to 36º
Laser Diode: Visible 635 nm; <5mW Class 3R
Power: 2 D size (LR20) alkaline batteries or
rechargeable batteries
Battery Life: 160 hours with alkaline batteries, 40 hours
with rechargeable batteries
Charging Time: 15 hours
Remote Detection: 100 ft. (30 m) / 180º
Environmental: Weatherproof (rain and dust proof – IP64)
Weight: With Motorized Mount 5.00 lbs. (2.3 kg)
Without Motorized Mount: 3.56 lbs. (1.6 kg)
Size: With Motorized Mount:
10.2” x 7.2” x 7.0” (25.9 x 18.3 x 17.8 cm)
Without Motorized Mount:
8.0” x 5.8” x 7.0” (20.3 x 14.7 x 17.8 cm)
B. Aperture label
C. Serial no. tag
Ramset
Model
P/N
700 High Grove Blvd.
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
AVOID EXPOSURE. LASER LIGHT
IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE
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1.4 Laser Overview
See the following page for photos of the laser and keypad corresponding
to these callouts. See separate descriptions of motorized mount, remote
control, and detector.
1. Rotating head
2. Head protection
3. Plumb or square laser beam aperture
4. Rotating laser beam aperture
5. Collar to switch between point & chalk line
6. Index marks for alignment and 90º
7. Feet for vertical plane
8. Batteries
9. Jack for battery charger
10. 5/8 – 11 tripod mount for horizontal set-up
11. 5/8 – 11 tripod mount for vertical set-up
12. Sensors for remote control signal
1.5 Keypad Overview
13. Vertical alignment left / Increase scanning angle / Move calibration
beam up
14. Vertical alignment right / Decrease scanning angle / Move
calibration beam down
15. Rotation left / Speed control / Move scanning left / Save calibration
16. Rotation right / Speed control / Move scanning right / Change
calibration axis
17. On / Off
18. Tilt (H.I. Alert)
19. Automatic / Manual Mode
20. Low battery LED indicator / X axis calibration LED
21. Tilt (H.I. Alert) LED indicator / Y axis calibration LED
22. Manual mode LED indicator / Z axis calibration LED
Italics indicate keys and LEDs used in calibration mode.
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2. HOW TO USE THE RL510 LASER
2.1 Setup
The motorized wall mount can be removed from the laser if you wish to
work without this attachment.
• Horizontal
The laser can be mounted on a 5/8 – 11 tripod (10) or placed directly on
a solid, stable surface. It can also be suspended from a ceiling grid using
the wall mount (see later section).
• Vertical
The laser can be mounted on a 5/8 – 11 tripod (11) or placed directly
on its back (opposite the handle) on a solid, stable surface. For more
stability, we recommend you to use the motorized mount. Use the
support plate for stability when in vertical mode. When in vertical mode
without the motorized mount, adjust the feet screws for more stability.
The RL510 has a wide self-leveling range; however, if the laser is set up
out of the leveling range, the laser beam will continue to blink and
rotation will not start.
• Turning on the laser
Turn on the laser with the On/Off key (17). It does a self-test and the
beam blinks while the laser is self-leveling. After it’s leveled, the head
rotates. You can choose Tilt (H.I. Alert) mode or change to manual mode
(see below).
2.2 Automatic / Manual Modes
The RL510 is in automatic self-leveling mode
when turned on. Once the instrument has
self-leveled, the laser head will start rotating.
In manual mode (19), the laser does not self-level: this means that the beam
will rotate even if the laser is not leveled. It can therefore be used on inclined
planes such as stairs, roofs, or when manual grade setting is required. See
later section on setting slope in manual or semi-automatic modes.
2.3 Tilt (H.I. Alert) Mode
The Tilt or H.I. (height of the instrument) Alert feature stops the laser
automatically and sounds an alarm if the laser is disturbed, preventing
inaccurate readings. It functions only when selected.
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To activate this safeguard feature, press the
Tilt key (18) after turning the laser on. The
LED (21) will blink rapidly while the laser is
self-leveling.
About 30 seconds after the head starts to
rotate, the LED will blink slowly, indicating the Tilt mode is activated.
If the laser is disturbed while in Tilt mode, the head will stop rotating,
the beam will turn off, the LED indicator will be on continuously, and an
alarm will sound for 30 seconds.
Turn the laser off and turn it on again. Check to see if the beam elevation
has changed from its original benchmark position.
The laser is no longer in Tilt mode. Press Tilt (18) to return to Tilt mode.
This feature is only available in automatic and semi-automatic modes,
and not in wall mount mode.
2.4 Remote Control
The remote control stops, starts or changes direction of the laser rotation
and moves the square shot left and right. It also controls scanning and
calibration. It can be used in the wall mount mode to move the laser and
wall mount up or down on a ceiling grid or back or forth on the ground.
To open the battery compartment and
change the battery, push the battery cap
in the direction of the arrow.
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Y
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1 I.R. sensor
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Key Automatic Mode Manual Mode
2 Speed control left Speed control left
3 Speed control right Speed control right
4 Scanning On/Off Scanning On/Off
4 Turn on wall mount mode Turn on wall mount mode
5 Point by point left when rotation is Off. Set a positive slope
Move the laser down on wall mount Move the laser down on wall mount
6 Point by point right when rotation is Off Set a negative slope
Move the laser up on wall mount Move the laser up on wall mount
several
seconds
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2.5 Rotation
The head rotates at 6 speeds: 0, 90, 150, 300, 450, and 600 rpm. 600 rpm is
the default setting The laser beam is more visible at slower rotation speeds.
If the laser head is rotating clockwise, press
key (16) to decrease speed or
press key (15)
to stop rotation; if the laser head is rotating
counterclockwise,
press key (15) to decrease
speed or press key (16) to stop rotation.
When the beam has stopped rotating, the point can be moved to the right
or left using keys (13) and (14). You can also move the head manually to
position the beam point. To start rotation again in the clockwise direction,
press key (16). To start rotation again in the counterclockwise direction,
press key (15).
2.6 Using the Laser Chalk Line
Ideal for short distance applications, the chalk
line feature gives a precise and stable laser line
for working directly on your reference plane.
To use the laser line, stop the rotation and flip up the collar located on
the side of the rotating head (5). This collar switches between point and
line modes.
You can move the stationary chalk line left by pressing key (13), and
right by pressing key (14). You can also move the head manually or use
the remote control.
If the laser is in chalk line mode, the detector will not work.
Switch to rotating point mode to detect the beam.
2.7 Scanning
For interior applications, scanning mode allows you to see the beam
easier at a distance.
If the laser is in chalk line mode, switch to beam point mode
before scanning.
1. To scan, simultaneously press keys (13) and (15) on the laser keypad
or press the scanning symbol on the remote control.
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2. The beam will blink until the laser has self-leveled.
3. To decrease the scan length, press key (14) on the laser keypad; to
increase the scan length, press key (13). Keys on the remote control
can also be used for the scan functions.
4. To move the scan to the left, press key
(15) on the laser keypad; to move the
scan to the right, press key (16).
5. To stop scanning, again press
simultaneously on keys (13) and (15).
2.8 Motorized Mount
1. Attachment clamps
for laser and mount
2. Clamp for ceiling grid
3. Adjustable plate
4. 5/8 – 11 tripod mount
(vertical setup)
5. Release for adjustable
plate
6. Moves laser manually
on mount
7. Holes for attaching
mount to wall
8. Adjustable support for wall or ground stability
9. Screw to adjust support
2.8.1 Motorized Mount Overview
The motorized mount can be used to move the laser up or down on a
ceiling grid. It can also be used when installing walls and partitions by
moving the laser back and forth for vertical alignment. To move the
mount manually, use (6).
Caution: Be careful when you are in wall mount mode not to press
(13) or (14) keys unless you intend to move the laser.
Maximum movement: When the beam is at 0 on the adjustable
plate, the laser can be raised a maximum of 2” (50 mm) and lowered
2.25” (60 mm).
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Wait until self-leveled: While the laser is moving on the mount, it does
not self-level and the beam continues to rotate. After moving the laser,
wait a few seconds in case it needs to self-level. Check that it’s still on
the point or level desired, and make adjustments if needed.
Automatic exit from mode: If you have not activated the wall mount
for five minutes, the laser will automatically exit from wall mount
mode and return to the previous mode (3 LEDs will be off and a
beep will sound).
Functions not available: Tilt (H.I. Alert) mode, setting slope in manual
mode, or moving the scan or plumb point are not available in wall
mount mode. Exit wall mount mode to use these functions.
Detaching the mount: Screw both knobs (1) all the way out to detach
the mount from the laser.
Troubleshooting: If the laser does not move on the mount, check that
the knobs (1) are tight enough to make power contact for the motor.
The mount can also be detached to check that the contacts where the
laser and mount are fastened are clean.
2.8.2 Using the Laser Wall Mount on a Ceiling Grid
Setup:
1. Check that the laser and mount are connected securely. The knobs
(1) should be turned fairly tight to make contact for the motor,
although do not overtighten.
2. Flip down the support plate (8).
3. Release the clamp (2) on top of the adjustable plate (3).
4. Lock the clamp against the ceiling grid. The grid should not exceed
1/8” (3 mm) in thickness.
5. If the foot on the support plate is not touching the wall, use the
screw (9) to adjust.
To move the laser up or down with the remote control:
1. Turn on the laser and wait for it to self-level. The head must be
rotating before you can enter wall mount mode.
2. Press the scanning key (4) on the remote control and hold it for
several seconds until the 3 LEDs blink on the RL510 keypad.
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3. Press key (6) on the remote control to move the laser up; press key (5)
on the remote control to move the laser down. Holding the key will
result in fast movement; short clicks will move the laser more precisely.
If you don’t raise or lower the wall mount for 5 minutes, the laser will go
back to its previous mode.
2.8.3 Using the Motorized Mount and Laser on the Floor
1. Check that the laser and mount are connected securely. The knobs
(1) should be turned fairly tight to make contact for the motor,
although do not overtighten.
2. Flip down the support plate (8) and place the laser in vertical mode
on the floor.
3. If the support plate is not level, use the screw (9) to adjust.
4. Press the scanning key (4) on the remote control and hold it for
several seconds until the 3 LEDs blink on the RL510 keypad.
5. Press keys (5) and (6) on the remote control to move the laser back
and forth. Holding the key will result in faster movement; short
clicks will move the laser more precisely.
If you don’t move the wall mount for 5 minutes, the laser will go back to
its previous mode.
2.9 Squaring
After placing the laser in the vertical position, the plumb beam out the
top of the head can be moved to the left or right. This is necessary to do
squaring for installing walls and partitions.
It is not necessary to use the motorized mount during squaring.
However, it is recommended to use the motorized mount and support
plate for more stability.
To position the rotating plane perpendicular to a reference line:
1. Place the laser on the ground so that the index notch on top of the
adjustable plate is over your reference point.
2. Turn on the laser. After the laser has self-leveled, stop the head
rotation using the remote control. Turn the head down so that the
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3. Hold the scan key for several seconds to put the laser in wall mount
mode. Use keys (5) and (6) on the remote control to adjust the laser
so that the beam is on the reference point.
4. Exit from wall mount mode using the scan key. Align the beam
projecting from the top of the head to your second reference point
using keys (5) and (6) on the remote control. This beam is 90º or
square to the other vertical plane beam.
5. Start rotation of the head using keys (2) or (3) on the remote control.
It is very important to check while you are using the laser that it
has not been moved and that your setting is still accurate.
2.10 Manual Slope
The RL510 can be used to set a manual slope on both X and Y axes.
Two modes are available:
• Complete manual mode: X and Y axis will be both manual
• Semi-automatic mode: X in automatic / Y in manual
For slopes up to 10%, set up the laser in vertical mode and use the
remote to set the slope following the instructions below.
For slopes greater than 10%, set up the laser in vertical mode and use
the inclined plane feature (section 2.10.3).
2.10.1 Manual Mode
1. After turning the laser on and allowing it to self-level, press the
Manual key (19). The LED next to it (22) will blink, indicating you are
in manual mode and you can set slope in the X axis. The head will
continue to rotate.
2. Turn the laser so that the X index mark on top of the laser housing
faces the direction of the slope (and X’ faces away).
3. Press (13) on the laser keypad or (6) on the remote control to set a
positive slope in X; press (14) on the laser keypad or (5) on the
remote control to set a negative slope.
4. To switch to the Y axis, press the Tilt key (18). Both LEDs (21) and (22)
will blink, indicating you’re in manual mode and can set slope in the
Y axis.
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5. Turn the laser so that the Y index mark on top of the laser housing
faces the direction of the slope (and Y’ faces away).
6. Press (13) on the laser keypad or (6) on the remote control to set a
positive slope in Y; press (14) on the laser keypad or (5) on the
remote control to set a negative slope.
Press the Manual key (19) to return to the automatic mode.
2.10.2 Semi-Automatic Mode
1. After turning the laser on, hold the Manual key (19) for a few
seconds. The LED next to it (22) will be on continually. The laser is in
automatic self-leveling mode in X axis, and manual mode in Y axis.
2. You can use the Tilt (H.I. Alert) mode (18) safeguard function on the
X axis while Y is on manual.
3. Press (13) on the laser keypad or (6) on the remote control to set a
positive slope in Y; press (14) on the laser keypad or (5) on the
remote control to set a negative slope. The X axis will stay level.
Press twice on the Manual key (19) to return to the automatic mode.
In manual mode, the head will rotate even if the laser is not leveled.
The Tilt function is not available when your laser is in manual mode.
2.10.3 Inclined Plane
The laser can also be tilted, for manual slope, at various angles on the
wall mount. A tripod with rotating mounting plate will speed setup.
1. Set the laser in vertical mode, preferably on a tripod. If setting on
the ground, flip down the support plate for stability.
2. After the laser has self-leveled, set in manual or semi-automatic
mode.
3. Loosen the knobs on either side (1) to partially separate the mount
from the laser.
4. Move the laser to the approximate inclined position and tighten
slightly.
5. Move to the final position and tighten further.
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3. POWER
When battery power is low, the laser head will stop rotating and low
battery LED next to the On/Off key will stay on.
3.1 Installing Alkaline Batteries
1. To access the battery compartment, loosen the knobs connecting
the laser to the wall mount.
2. Use a coin or a screwdriver to remove the cover of the battery
compartment at the back of the laser.
3. Insert two alkaline batteries (D size or LR20), following the polarities
indicated inside of the battery cover. (The + contact is rounded and
raised). When replacing the batteries, change both at the same time.
4. Replace the compartment and tighten with a coin or screwdriver.
3.2 Using Rechargeable Batteries
You must charge the rechargeable battery for 15 hours before
first using the laser.
1. Insert the charger plug into the jack located at the back of the laser,
under the wall mount.
2. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet (110 volts).
3. Charge for 15 hours.
3.3 Later Recharging
The laser can be charged when working if electricity is available on the
jobsite. Simply plug in the charger and continue working. You can also
remove the battery pack to charge it, and replace it with the alkaline
battery compartment to continue working. For optimum battery life, it is
recommended to charge the battery after it has been fully discharged.
To assure battery life, do not charge over 20 hours. The battery and the
charger can be damaged if damp. Always store and charge your laser in
a dry and covered place.

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4. CHECKING AND CALIBRATING YOUR RL510
This chapter is very important. Here are a few simple instructions
to check your RL510 for calibration. Remember that the laser is a
precision instrument and that it is important that you keep it calibrated
and in proper condition.
The accuracy of your job is completely your responsibility and you should
regularly check your instrument, especially prior to important jobs.
The laser has 3 axes: X and Y (horizontal) and Z (vertical), as indicated on
top of the laser housing.
Each end of each axis must be checked for calibration. If needed, the
axis can be calibrated, carefully following the instructions. You can also
take the laser to a service center for calibration.
Check and calibrate in this order:
Check both sides of X axis.
• If X is within spec, proceed to check both sides of Y
• If X needs calibration, calibrate X
Check both sides of Y axis.
• If Y is within spec, proceed to final X to Y check
• If Y needs calibration, calibrate Y; proceed to X to Y check
Final X to Y check: compare X, X’, Y, Y’
Check Z and calibrate if necessary.
4.1 Calibration Overview
Calibration is electronic, using the remote control or laser detector. The
keypad of the laser may also be used, but it will take longer due to the
laser making self-adjustments during movement.
If the beam is visible, calibrate using the non-rotating point. If it’s too
bright to see the beam, you’ll use the laser detector and will need to
have the beam rotating. When you’re in calibration mode, press the
scan key on the detector to rotate the beam.

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The axis LED should blink slowly when in calibration mode. When the
laser is self-leveling or making an adjustment, the LED will blink rapidly.
When pressing an arrow key to move the beam for calibration,
use short, rapid clicks. Do not hold the key down. One click will move
the beam a very small amount (1/32” at 150’ or 1 mm at 100 meters).
After pressing the key, the LED will blink rapidly as the laser reacts.
Wait until the LED returns to a slow blink to proceed.
4.2 Checking X Axis
1. Place the laser on a flat surface or tripod 100 ft. (30 m) away from
a wall. Position so that X (noted on top of laser housing) is facing
the wall.
2. Turn on the laser. Once the laser has self-leveled, stop the rotation
so that the beam is a point.
3. Mark the location of the laser point on the wall (X). If it’s too bright
to see the point, use a detector or put the laser in scan mode.
4. Rotate the laser 180º so that X’ faces the wall.
5. Mark the location of the laser point (X’) near the first mark so that
both marks are in line, one above the other.
6. At 100 ft., the marks should be no more than 1/4” apart (at 30 m, no
more than 6 mm apart). This is within the stated accuracy of ± 1/8”
at 100 ft. (± 0.010%).
7. If the marks are close enough, X axis is within calibration. The
second axis (Y) must then be checked (see later section).
If the marks are not close enough, the X axis needs to be calibrated.
4.3 Calibrating X Axis
The laser must be calibrated to bring the beam to the center of the two
X marks. Read “Calibration overview” before proceeding.
1. Turn off the laser (17).
2. While keeping the Manual key (19)
pressed, turn on the laser (17).
3. After the 3 LEDs blink in sequence, the
X LED will blink rapidly for a bit and then
slowly, indicating it’s ready to be calibrated in X axis. The beam will
not be rotating.
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